Has anyone climbed Telegraph's southwest ridge?

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Sean
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Post by Sean »

I'm thinking of heading up the southwest ridge of Telegraph, starting from the Chapman Trail. Has anyone done this, and if so how difficult was it? Any technical skills or ropes required? Thanks in advance.

Telegraph's SW ridge seen as 45-degree angle cutting through middle
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Taco
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Yeah, in winter. I wouldn't do it any other time. Crampons and an axe (and helmet) in winter when it's consolidated.

I started on the West Face next to One Nut Wonder, and took a gully to the right which joins the ridge near the top. Great views, easy climbing, some easy mixed climbing along the way that you can climb or avoid. I call it 'The Cool Fun Route'.

Cheers
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